Student Assistant - Grants & Program Support- Hybrid (...

Student Assistant Position The Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) is currently seeking to hire a proactive and detail-oriented Student Assistant to support the administration of its grant programs, partnerships, and other initiatives promoting financial empowerment across California. The position will be under the general supervision of the Grants Manager. Duties will include data tracking and analysis, stakeholder communications, event coordination, research, database management, and file management. This position is an excellent opportunity for a college student to gain firsthand experience in grants management, public affairs, and financial consumer protection in a flexible, dynamic work setting. The Student Assistant must be based in or near one of our DFPI office locations: Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, or San Diego. While this position offers flexibility to work remotely, occasional in-office attendance may be required based on business needs. Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance to one of these offices. Conditions of Employment This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited, student position. Employment in all positions with University Enterprises, Inc. is dependent upon the mutual consent of University Enterprises, Inc. and the employee. This means that either University Enterprises, Inc. or the employee can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause. Depending on the type of position you are applying for, a pre-employment background check consisting of one or more of the following may be conducted: employment history, professional references, criminal check: educational verification (degree, license, or official transcript) or DMV clearance. Applicants will be required to pass required pre-employment checks to the satisfaction of University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) and the hiring Agency or Department. UEI does not allow students to hold more than one UEI Job at a time, or work in more than one account per pay period. UEI employees who are considering leaving their current UEI Student assistant position for a different UEI student assistant position should inform their supervisor in writing and provide at least a week's notice. UEI is not a multi-state employer. UEI only employs candidates who live and work in the state of California. If selected for the position you must reside in California and all work must be performed in the state of California throughout the course of employment. Prerequisites Must be a college student attending classes during the regular term (Fall, Spring and Winter, if applicable), at one of the accredited colleges or universities on our affiliation list. To view our current affiliation list please paste the following URL into your browser: Students must be enrolled in at least: six-semester units or nine quarter units for undergraduate students; four-semester units or six quarter units for graduate students. Students declared major must match the major(s) listed in the job posting. Majors/Fields of Study Business Administration (All Concentrations), Public Policy and Administration, Economics, Political Science, Public Relations. Work Schedule Flexible workdays and work hours, Monday Friday, between 8 AM 5 PM. The final work schedule will be determined by the supervisor. Additional Work Schedule Student Assistant and Graduate Assistant employees generally work up to 24 hours per workweek (Sunday Saturday) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per workweek during breaks; (winter, spring, and summer). Compensation $18.27 - $24.62 per hour. Minimum Qualifications Must maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA. Must complete each term with minimum unit requirements for Undergraduate and Graduate student classifications. Proof will be collected at the end of each Spring and Fall term. Strong Communication Skills: Ability to clearly express ideas and information both verbally and in writing. Strong Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Skilled in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; able to manage data, create presentations, and draft documents. Research Capabilities: Experienced in conducting thorough research, analyzing data, and synthesizing findings into actionable insights. Organizational Skills: Capable of managing multiple tasks with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize effectively. Team Collaboration: Comfortable working in a collaborative environment and contributing to team success. Preferred Qualifications Individuals who are, or have been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth or a formerly incarcerated youth as defined by Government Code section 18220 are encouraged to apply and will be given priority. Please note that prior to appointment, individuals claiming preference under one of these categories will be required to furnish documentation establishing their eligibility. Duties and Responsibilities Assist in the administration of the DFPI Grant Program and related initiatives. Provide timely and professional customer service to grantees and program stakeholders. Track and organize documents using SharePoint. Assist with writing, editing, and data analysis. Support research and analysis on grant impacts, trends, and best practices. Manage contacts using a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software. Assist with general administrative tasks. Physical Requirements Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computer workstations, telephones, calculators, copiers, printers, and scanners with or without reasonable accommodation. Working Conditions Work is hybrid, and may be performed remotely and/or in-person at one of the DFPI's offices in Sacramento, Los Angeles, San Diego or San Francisco. The Student Assistant must be based in or near one of our DFPI office locations: Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, or San Diego. While this position offers flexibility to work remotely, occasional in-office attendance may be required based on business needs. Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance to one of these offices. Students/Employees will be required to work according to the current UEI remote workplace policy and sign a UEI Work from Home Agreement. The decision to permit an employee to work from home is at the discretion of the supervisor or employer and may, at any time and with or without cause, unilaterally terminate the option to work from home. Application Instructions Please complete all fields of the employment application. Include your educational history in the "Educational Experience" section and any employment history in the "Employment Experience" section of our application. Apply by: March 10, 2026.

Created: 2026-03-07